Dianne Feinstein actually said...

"The reason to have a community-wide Inspector General is similar to the reason to have a Director of National Intelligence."

"I want to congratulate you on this nomination. I had the pleasure to meet with you, as I'm sure other Members have as well, and know that you are superbly qualified for this job."

"I'd like to particularly recognize Senator Snowe. She was the drafter of the provision creating this position and the driving force behind it."

"I have, for a number of years now, been concerned about the affordability of health insurance."